News & Commentary
Jun 04, 2019
Hundreds Flock to Warrant Resolution Day
Imagine being scared to leave your house, feeling unable to go to work or fearing arrest while driving your child to school. For those with an outstanding warrant, this is a daily experience. That’s why about 750 people waited outside Washington Technology Magnet School Saturday to resolve their warrants – without any fear of arrest.
By Isabel Rowader
May 03, 2019
U.S. Government Violates Its Own Rules in Denying Passport to Minnesota Veteran
Mark Esqueda served our country not once, but twice: First as a Marine in Iraq and Afghanistan, and then in the Army National Guard.
Mar 29, 2019
Courts should deliver justice, not act as debt collectors
Minnesota is one of more than 40 states across the country that suspends people’s driver’s licenses for outstanding tickets and fees, a practice that disproportionately harms low-income people. But the Minnesota Legislature may act to end this wealth-based penalty through HF 1061/SF 1376 this year. If it becomes law, more than 50,000 Minnesotans will have their licenses restored.
By Benjamin Feist
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